Meteorite Aletai Xinjang China in acrylic collectors box

 Meteorite  Aletai  Xinjang China in acrylic  collectors box 

Piece Meteorite Fragment ; Medium Octahedrite. Supplied in glass fronted collectors box as pictured.

The Aletai meteorite, discovered in Xinjiang, China, is a notable iron meteorite classified as a fine octahedrite with the chemical designation IIICD. It was found in the Aletai region, known for its rich geological and mineral diversity. This meteorite is significant due to its large size and well-preserved structure, which offers valuable insights into the formation and composition of iron meteorites.

The Aletai meteorite is estimated to be around 4.5 billion years old, dating back to the early solar system. This age indicates that it originated from the primordial material that formed the planets and other bodies in our solar system, providing crucial information about the early conditions and processes that shaped our planetary neighborhood.

The Aletai meteorite, discovered in the Aletai region of Xinjiang, China, is a fine octahedrite iron meteorite (IIICD). Renowned for its significant size and pristine condition, it offers valuable insights into the early solar system.

Date: Approximately 4.5 billion years old, dating back to the formative period of our solar system.
Size:  Box is 8.5 x 6.5 cm. meteorite is 8 gm  3 x 2.2 cm
code 100-901